The Crosby Township Board of Trustees heard reports on law enforcement, township operations and finances, and public concerns about utility access, subdivision infrastructure and early-morning garbage collection. Trustees approved several routine and purchasing actions, accepted an assistant fiscal officer’s resignation, and voted to post two positions.

Discussion Points

•An official said checks must be deposited within three days and spending depends on available appropriations.
•An official said Detmer might return on contract for limited fiscal work if needed.
•A resident reported a $12,000 quote to initiate gas service and said neighboring households wanted connections.
•A township official reported that missing authorization and expense records from the 2022-23 period could lead to audit findings and recoveries.
•A township representative said the developer was responsible for sidewalk completion and that bond money would remain held until required work was completed.
•A township representative said the township could address a walkway issue if a specific zoning-code violation was identified.
•De Poli described a deadline for Whitewater Township to address contract-service issues.
•De Poli reported October calls, investigations and crash figures.
•Maintenance staff listed prospective projects for the 2027 budget.
•Officials advised contacting Rumpke about company policy.
•Rosen asked whether the township had a noise ordinance that would affect Rumpke collection times.
•Rosen said he had not received a promised response about the walkway and said residents needed answers.
•Staff said Fuller Ford had the specified truck in stock while the other dealers did not.
•The chair reported October call totals, vehicle preparation, hose testing and renovation status.
•The coordinator reported a $3,500 grant for Kroger cards and described community programming and facility rentals.
•The official described a search for fiscal staff support, bank selection, and IRS records.
•The official said additional policies were expected as the audit work proceeded.
•Torbech described a near collision and questioned the stop-sign configuration at Joan Way and Susque Drive.
•Township officials discussed a nearby gas main and a possible resident list to support a request.
•Trustees discussed a nearby intersection and a possible four-way stop.
•Trustees discussed complaints about junk and abandoned vehicles and suggested consulting the township attorney about legal options.
•Trustees discussed making the Friday after Thanksgiving an unpaid day off for staff.
•Trustees discussed whether the township, county or developer was responsible for the sign.
•Trustees noted that a prior bank reconciliation had been approved but not signed.
•Trustees reviewed the truck and plow prices and clarified separate purchase orders.

Decisions

•After executive session, trustees authorized posting a full-time fire chief position and an assistant fiscal officer position.
•Minutes were approved.
•No 2027 funding decision was made on the other maintenance projects.
•No formal action on audit findings or bank selection was recorded during this discussion.
•Payment of pending bills was approved.
•The October bank reconciliation was approved.
•Trustees accepted Amy Detmer’s resignation effective Dec. 2, 2026.
•Trustees approved the truck and snowplow purchases.
•Trustees approved the unpaid Nov. 27 day off for this year.
•Trustees entered executive session for personnel matters and later adjourned.

Directions

•Rosen was advised to contact Rumpke to determine its collection policy.
•Staff were asked to provide an itemized list of proposed maintenance projects.
•Staff were reminded to route rental checks for deposit within three days.
•The chair said staff would look into whether the township could assist; no formal assignment or deadline was recorded.
•The person addressing abandoned vehicles was advised to consult the township attorney and report back if no legal recourse was available.
•Trustees indicated they would look into who installed the sign.

Nov

Mariemont Village Council 11/9/26

The Village of Mariemont council meeting covered public comment on a new dog-leash ordinance and related service-animal language, a safety-committee report recommending ADA-based changes and traffic studies, continued routine business including board reappointments and a garbage/refuse fee increase that passed third reading.

Discussion Points

•A few typographical year errors were noted and flagged for correction.
•A resident recommended insurance/registration for aggressive dogs to ensure victims can recover damages.
•Capital Electric provided a quote for crosswalk button upgrades.
•Leaf collection will continue until Jan. 4; brush route suspended.
•Library announced upcoming programs and solicited feedback on parking and logistics.
•Library reported smoother operations as a polling place when using the meeting room.
•Members present recorded affirmative votes.
•Officials explained equipment and weather constraints and urged residents to avoid raking leaves into streets.
•OSU offered to complete a School Travel Plan as a graduate project.
•Residents asked for time-limited off-leash hours as an alternative to a blanket ban.
•Safety committee recommended ADA-based exceptions for service animals and to clarify "voice control" in an FAQ.
•TEC Engineering quotes for intersection safety studies were presented.
•Third and second readings for numerous advisory-board appointments and administrative confirmations were presented.
•Third reading to raise sanitation fees had no substantive new questions at the meeting.

Decisions

•No contract award yet; committee advanced STP engagement and requested further resident feedback.
•No formal council action required.
•No policy changes; continued use of target schedule and additional part-time help for crews.
•Ordinance amendment passed third reading.
•Safety committee motion passed to update the FAQ and draft language; no final council vote on the ordinance this meeting.
•Several reappointments approved on their readings; other items were deferred to future meetings for final reading.

Directions

•Committee will reconvene after two weeks of four-way stop trial to collect resident feedback before deciding on TEC study authorization.
•Proceed with OSU STP to better inform funding and improvement decisions.
•Solicitor John O'Shea to draft proposed ordinance amendment referencing applicable ADA guidelines and incorporating FAQ clarifications.
•Staff to file corrected resolution texts and return items for third readings/confirmation as scheduled.
•Staff to operate under posted target schedule; encourage residents to move vehicles on collection days.
•Staff to publish final fee schedule and effective date and implement per ordinance steps.
•Village and library to coordinate on polling logistics and resident feedback.

Nov

Lincoln Heights Committee of the Whole 11/9/26

The Village of Lincoln Heights Committee of the Whole met Nov. 9, 2026. Councilors discussed the third reading of Ordinance 2026-05 (credit card use policy), committee assignments for Public Works, local communications and event-notification problems, and follow-up on a liquor-license town hall survey.

Discussion Points

•Council asked for a visible shared calendar and more reliable notifications.
•Councilors questioned mayoral authorization and the role of the finance director/clerk in purchases.
•Councilors were instructed to notify the clerk by email if they wanted to change committee assignments.
•Council requested that compromised entries be removed and a clean survey be reissued.
•Manager explained integration issues and promised direct emails and improvements.
•Manager presented changes to the credit-card policy including conflict-of-interest disclosures and alternate custodians.
•Mayor named tentative Public Works committee members and asked Ms. Brown to consider committee rebalancing.
•Two separate surveys were run for a liquor-license town hall; one appeared to be compromised by bots.

Decisions

•Adjournment passed

Directions

•Clerk to finalize committee lists after receiving council emails.
•Manager and solicitor to attend the regular council meeting to address outstanding legal and procedural questions.
•Manager to work with technical support and to send direct emails for important notices.
•Solicitor to be asked to provide an update at the regular council meeting.

Nov

Hamilton County Commissioners Regular Meeting 11/5/26

Hamilton County Board of Commissioners held a regular session featuring commissioners' remarks on recent elections and a children's services levy, approval of an ARPA amendment to the Free Store Food Bank, scheduling of stormwater hearings, multiple grants and contracts on the consent agenda, and discussion of a sheriff's $6.745 million budget adjustment largely for personnel costs.

Discussion Points

•Administrator Jeff briefed the board on the ARPA amendment amount ($73,844) and total Free Store allocation ($3.38M).
•Administrator said reserve will be used this year and 2027 budget will be adjusted accordingly.
•Administrator walked through consent items and amounts.
•Children\u0019s services levy passed and will fund investigations, crisis hotline, emergency placements, kinship support, foster care and behavioral health services.
•Commissioners approved items one and two to set the hearing dates.
•Commissioners asked if approval today would enable payment; administrator confirmed it would.
•Commissioners emphasized turnout and the role of Board of Elections.
•Commissioners requested program-level clarifications on rental assistance and Mortar coordination.
•Engineer described proposed administrative updates and proposed two hearing dates.
•Engineer described the $3,000 rental and salt-dome access arrangement with Harrison Township.
•Sheriff reported a $6 million personnel-driven shortfall appearing after the 2026 budget due to lower vacancy churn and COLA adjustments.

Decisions

•Budget Adjustment #39 approved on consent
•By-leave amendment approved
•Consent agenda items 3-20 approved by roll-call
•Hearing dates scheduled: Nov. 19 at 10 a.m.; Dec. 10 at 1 p.m.
•Intergovernmental agreement approved

Directions

•Administration to provide details on per-renter caps and coordination with Office of Small Business.
•Administrator to execute the agreement and process reimbursement.
•Execute agreement and coordinate winter operations.
•Post hearing notices and materials for public comment.
•Sheriff fiscal team to provide follow-up analysis for the 2027 budget process.

Nov

Village of Cleves 11/4/26 Council Meeting.

Cleves Village Council meeting covering swearing-in of a council member, a sheriffs report on October incidents, adoption of an ordinance banning parking in designated fire lanes (Ordinance 14-2026), referral of a snow-emergency parking policy to committee, approval of a TIF supplemental appropriation (Resolution 15-2026), and discussion of a proposed water-rate increase and a local water tap project.

Discussion Points

•Brief motion to approve minutes and the pay ordinance; no substantive debate recorded.
•Challenges of notifying all residents via alerts and social media.
•Council discussed repeated incidents of vehicles blocking fire lanes on both public and private drives and a gap in codified ordinances.
•Item presented as routine housekeeping prior to distributing funds.
•Jordan project cost shares: Miami Township 50%, Cleves waterworks 33%, resident ~16.6% (approx. $629).
•Members debated whether to include snow-emergency parking rules in the same ordinance.
•Proposed 10% water-rate increase to fund mains, valves, and a plant distribution upgrade.
•Questions about missing-person status and possibilities for village assistance with public notifications.
•Sheriff's report of October statistics and the Oct. 31 juvenile assault investigation.
•Trade-offs of snow-emergency parking bans: easier street-clearing vs. where residents would park.
•Valuation increase on TIF parcel generated additional revenue (~$5,000).

Decisions

•Adopt Ordinance 14-2026; suspend rules and read by title; declare emergency.
•Adopt Resolution 15-2026; authorize supplemental appropriations.
•Approve Pay Ordinance 11-2026; motion carried with one abstention.
•No formal action taken; discussion and offers to cooperate recorded.
•No immediate ordinance; committee-level work required.
•No rate or project final action taken at this meeting; next steps assigned to finance committee and staff outreach.

Directions

•Finance staff to incorporate appropriation and prepare distributions.
•Rate proposal to be discussed further in finance committee; staff to continue outreach on Jordan project.
•Refer snow-emergency parking policy to the Streets committee for further development.
•Refer snow-emergency parking policy to the Streets committee, with Safety invited to collaborate.
•Sheriff's office to coordinate notifications with village administrator and schools as appropriate; no formal directive recorded.
•Staff to publish ordinance and coordinate enforcement guidance with law enforcement.

Nov

Download Agenda for Commissioners Regular Meeting Regular Meeting on 11/5/2026 10:00:00 AM

Hamilton County Commissioners were scheduled Nov. 5, 2026, to consider a $6.7 million general-fund budget adjustment, multiple nonprofit service contracts, a $358,000 collective-bargaining consulting contract, stormwater rule changes, and a $3.39 million Freestore Foodbank amendment.

Discussion Points

•Budget Adjustment No. 39 would move $6,745,711.99 within the General Fund, including $6.4M tied to Sheriff accounts and $1.5M for Public Defender.
•By-leave resolution to authorize an amendment with Freestore Foodbank listing $3,388,287.42; packet provides no purpose or funding detail.
•Proposed award of RFP# 009-26 to Addiction Services Council for $159,913.38 to provide substance use disorder treatment services to the Sheriff’s Office.
•Request to approve $358,000 agreement for collective bargaining consulting to cover multiple county entities for 2027.
•Staff requested authorization for multiple agreements with nonprofit providers for services including legal aid, fair housing, senior services, meals, and small-business supports.

Nov

Executive Committee, Nov 3, 2026 @7p

Executive Committee on November 3 reviewed updates to the personnel manual (reporting procedures and short-term disability), discussed a right-of-way planting/landscaping ordinance, reviewed a cybersecurity policy template, and heard an overview of the village's Community Reinvestment Area (CRA) program.

Discussion Points

•Clarify reporting paths (supervisor, department head, mayor, solicitor) and create a reporting subsection tied to anti-harassment section 610.
•CRA focuses on redevelopment and may have different school-district distribution rules under grandfathering.
•Draft would allow plantings in right-of-way within defined spacing and clearance limits.
•Need explicit reporter protections and a short summary of federal whistleblower protections in the handbook.
•Past light-duty practice sometimes assigned by police chief without standard leave processes.
•Plant list includes ornamental grasses (18") and lawn grass (8"); committee requested native-species prioritization and crosswalk with code enforcement.
•Potential employer supplements to insurance up to referenced amounts; stacking with vacation time possible.
•Sick leave bank allows donation of personal time; ordinance codifies donation rules.
•STD benefit optional, 13-week duration, starts day 15, eligibility determined by insurer.
•Template codifies access controls, employee training, and breach reporting to state auditors.
•Template is widely used and helps avoid fines for noncompliance.
•Village CRA is pre-1994 and grandfathered; can be amended up to three times before conversion to modern rules.

Directions

•David to propose appropriations amendment on Nov. 17.
•Nathan to confirm FMLA applicability and legal processes and revise handbook language accordingly.
•Staff to adapt the template to local systems and present a draft for council adoption.
•Staff to add STD language to handbook draft for council review.
•Staff to prepare more detailed materials if council requests CRA amendments.
•Staff to revise personnel manual language to include protections and routing and return for council review.
•Staff to update approved plant list to prioritize native species and ensure code crosswalk; re-post draft via SharePoint for easier review.

Nov

Glendale Planning Commission 11/2/26

The Village of Glendale Planning and Historic Preservation Commission met to approve property alterations and to hold a public hearing on proposed zoning code amendments that would remove several "assembly" uses from the code; the commission recommended the changes to council and approved individual applications for window replacement at 900 S. Troy, a garage‑door alteration at 95 E. Fountain, a fence at 1011 Morse, and a lot consolidation at 130 Oak St. Public commenters raised a request to remove two chimneys from a commercial building and offered thanks to the commission.

Discussion Points

•Applicant plans to consolidate parcels to create a 1‑acre lot; Jellisons will retain a small sliver and Green will purchase remainder.
•Applicant proposed aluminum‑clad exterior with wood interior to match exterior appearance; one narrow landing window will be rehabilitated.
•Applicant will move fence 8 feet and add seven evergreen trees; recent Board of Appeals variance permits a 6‑foot enclosed fence.
•Chair and commissioners said an appropriateness review and formal application are required for significant changes to a historic structure.
•Charles Joseph asked whether two nonfunctioning chimneys could be removed as part of a roof replacement; he estimated repairs at $5,000.
•Clarified that unrelated PDO or food‑processing cases are handled separately.
•Commissioners advised attention to simulated divided‑light detailing to match original divided lights.
•Commissioners asked whether existing assembly uses would be grandfathered; staff said they would be preexisting nonconforming and would need to conform if operations ceased and a new occupant took over.
•Commissioners preferred matte finish over simulated wood grain due to appearance and dirt accumulation concerns.
•Commissioners pressed for retention/restoration of shutters and repair/replacement of broken shutter brackets; staff noted color is not regulated.
•Commissioners raised gate placement and tree spacing concerns; suggestion to consult arborist and space arborvitae about 6 feet on center.
•Engineer to verify beam sizing; applicant scheduled to have engineering review.
•Proposal to install an 18‑foot door; existing openings are 7 feet wide so larger door is needed for modern vehicles.
•Staff presented the scope of the amendments and identified that the E district (village square) and adjacent D districts are affected.
•Staff verified proposed lots meet zoning frontage and size requirements and reminded commission that planning approval is required for lot splits.

Decisions

•Commission voted to recommend the code amendments to council.
•Motion to approve as submitted carried by voice vote.
•Motion to approve consolidation carried by voice vote.
•Motion to approve the back‑of‑house garage door alteration carried by voice vote.
•No action taken; process for formal application and review explained.

Directions

•Applicant to complete consolidation process and sign plats; staff to file recordation paperwork.
•Applicant to coordinate planting details and permits with staff.
•Applicant to obtain engineering verification and work with staff on permits.
•Applicant to work with staff (David) on permitting and final window and shutter details.
•Forward recommendation to council for final review.
•Joseph instructed to submit application and photos to staff for future commission consideration.

Nov

Lincoln Hts Economic Development 10/5/26

Lincoln Heights Economic Development Committee reviewed a 72-page draft comprehensive plan on Oct. 5, 2025, focusing on three commercial focus areas (Lindy Avenue village center, Shepherd Lane/I‑75 interchange, and Wayne Avenue industrial area). Staff asked for committee feedback; no formal action was requested tonight and staff will prepare a revised draft and a town hall for public review.

Discussion Points

•Plan proposes cleanup and rezoning at Wayne Avenue to attract light industry.
•Plan proposes new market‑rate and multifamily housing, coupled with home repair and legal support programs to protect residents.
•Plan proposes to expand highway commercial uses at Shepherd Lane interchange to increase tax base.
•Recommendation to use Alloy CIC for land transactions drew skepticism based on past local experience with CICs and unclear partner engagement.
•Several committee members favored Lindy Avenue as the first focus area due to central location and village‑owned vacant land.
•Staff presented the draft plan and baseline data, asking for committee feedback; no formal vote was requested.

Decisions

•No formal action or endorsement taken tonight

Directions

•Staff to check current site operations, hazard status and pursue cleanup funding options.
•Staff to correct map labels, confirm partnership references, and provide clearer data on traffic and site availability.
•Staff to prepare a revised draft incorporating committee comments and to post the updated draft prior to a town hall.
•Staff to provide cost‑benefit analysis and to confirm/clarify which inter‑municipal partners have been engaged.
•Staff to provide detailed site data and timeline for Lindy proposals.
•Staff to supply clearer estimates of revenue impacts and affordability protection measures.

Nov

Lincoln Hts Recreation Committee 10/5/26

Recreation Committee discussed holiday decorations and events, approved a Dec. 19 "Christmas with Santa" event (12–3 p.m.) serving cookies and hot chocolate, and heard updates on park improvements, a public art installation at Memorial Field, monument nameplates, a commemorative bench, and a damaged basketball court under insurance review.

Discussion Points

•Committee debated date (Dec. 12 vs Dec. 19) and timing (day vs evening)
•Concerns about vendor availability and budget
•Condition of basketball court and visible neglect (weeds, broken hoop)
•Coordination with schools and community partners for unveiling
•Debate over coverage: every street sign vs. major intersections
•Donation from Black Art Speaks and coordination with CEO Alandis Powell
•Gifts-for-grades program timing and need for donors
•Insurance claim status and possible need to reallocate funds
•Photo/photographer logistics and potential for multiple Santas
•Potential contractor warranty or improper installation concerns
•Procedural question whether council approval is required
•Proposed placement along Adams walking path vs. more visible gateway locations
•Public works may be able to perform installation
•Recycling funds are ineligible for commemorative bench unless bench meets recyclable-material rules
•Resident-run trunk-or-treat history and sheriff participation
•Timing for order and installation (after Thanksgiving vs. before)
•Vendor measured monuments and to provide price estimates
•Vendor price estimates for solar lights ($49.99–$60 per pack)

Decisions

•Motion passed to hold event on Dec. 19, 12:00–3:00 p.m., serving cookies and hot chocolate

Directions

•Coordinate with schools and faith-based groups for community participation
•Secure site and assess foundation and replacement needs
•Staff to contact event lead (Deronda Calhoun), circulate sponsorship materials, and coordinate with schools and faith groups
•Staff to follow up with insurance and contractor records and report back to committee
•Staff to obtain and share vendor estimates
•Staff to prepare budget and vendor options; submit committee report to council
•Staff to return with a quantity and cost estimate, using aerial imagery to propose placements
•Staff to share installation specifications and dates with committee and residents
•Staff to verify funding eligibility and installation responsibilities

Nov

Evendale 75th Annual Town Meeting 11/1/26

Town meeting marking Evendale Village's 75th anniversary included updates on development and capital projects, a public comment session focused on drone delivery and traffic/parking concerns, and appointments of meeting officers. Residents pressed council on speeding, parking enforcement and crosswalks.

Discussion Points

•Aerohub interest and submissions to Ready Cincinnati/JobsOhio
•Chief cited operational benefits including vehicle recoveries
•Chief described automated audits and monthly supervisor review
•Facility currently meets code but upgrades are being explored
•Homer property offer rejected; legal matters pending
•Kingsport parking ordinance is scheduled for third reading with planned enforcement improvements
•Ordered new fire engine and ambulance with delivery target early 2027
•Planning commission reviewed an 18-bay facility concept; no permit filed yet
•Private-road potholes are the responsibility of a management company; village will contact owners
•Repeated complaints about speeding on Weisgarver/Weisgarver and lack of stop-sign compliance
•Resident opposition to Walmart drone delivery pilot
•Resident questioned audits and access to Flock camera data
•Residents requested traffic signals or studies at Wise Carver/Glendale-Milford
•Restroom layout makes exiting difficult for walker users
•Studies for new/renovated firehouse and admin building expansion
•Vice Mayor confirmed pilot status and said any application will be posted for council review
•Warehouse project approved by planning commission for former silos site

Decisions

•Kingsport parking ordinance scheduled for third reading; no final vote at this meeting

Directions

•Continue legal negotiations related to Homer property
•Continue planning and procurement processes
•Police department to increase enforcement and communication around parking
•Police will continue current audit and supervisory review practices
•Rec staff to obtain quotes from two companies and report back
•Return specific capital items to council for appropriation or approval
•Village to contact owners/management company about potholes
•Village to review prior traffic counts and consider additional study or signal

Oct

Download Agenda for Commissioners Regular Meeting Regular Meeting on 10/29/2026 10:00:00 AM

Hamilton County Board of Commissioners is scheduled to consider a series of infrastructure, public‑service and procurement items at its October 29, 2026 meeting, including a $141,620 design contract for the Rapid Run Bridge replacement, a $1.245M amendment with the Council on Aging, and a $629,625 renewal for group‑home services.

Discussion Points

•Budget Adjustment No. 38 requests $350,000 for Regional Safety Complex waterline
•Design agreement for Rapid Run Bridge (B‑0250) requested
•Fifth Amendment to Council on Aging agreement for $1,245,046.97 proposed
•JFS single‑source renewal with Creating Opportunities for $629,625 requested
•Johnson Controls preventative maintenance contract listed at $104,520.38 on consent
•Project No. 502310 and consultant fee of $141,620 listed
•Purchase of one 2026 Dodge Durango for the Sheriff listed at $42,528.00
•Several consent items show $0.00 or nominal amounts and lack detailed funding codes

Oct

Woodlawn Village Council 10/27/26

The Village of Woodlawn council met Oct. 27, 2026. The council approved several ordinances and resolutions, swore in three new police officers, received departmental committee reports including a fire grant, and heard updates on grants, a mural unveiling and community events.

Discussion Points

•Council approved the receipts and payment listing and bank reconciliation.
•Council member offered transportation to the polls and guidance for public testimony at a PUCO hearing about a Duke Energy rate increase.
•Council then voted to declare the ordinance an emergency to take immediate effect.
•Fire department reported ISO rating and a large grant for an ambulance and equipment.
•Manning reviewed overtime, salary, recreation revenue, bank reconciliations and year-to-date fund results.
•Mayor introduced and swore in three new officers.
•Motion to suspend rules and pass Ordinance 49-2026 was moved and seconded.
•Mural unveiling scheduled for Nov. 5; Fall Fest Oct. 31 announced.
•No recorded debate or formal vote required for appointments during the meeting.
•Report was informational; no recorded council action on the grant during the meeting.

Decisions

•Ordinance 49-2026 passed and was declared an emergency.
•Receipt and payment listings approved.
•Three officers were sworn in and welcomed to the department.

Directions

•Clerk to post flyer and Starr's testimony template to village website.

Oct

Hamilton County Commissioners Staff 10/27/26

Staff meeting of the Hamilton County Board on Oct. 27, 2026: commissioners issued a proclamation declaring October 2026 Down Syndrome Awareness Month and received a detailed technology update from Clerk of Courts Pavan Parikh on CMS Net modernization and governance changes.

Discussion Points

•Beth Smith thanked the Board and summarized the organization's services and programs.
•Commissioner Driehaus introduced the proclamation and invited community members to speak.
•Commissioners asked about a 2020 grant (Judge Janae Bratton referenced) and requested follow-up information.
•Governance shifted to Clerk of Courts to centralize accountability; Parikh detailed modernization steps and security remediation.
•No further business was raised before the motion to adjourn.

Decisions

•Board formally proclaimed October 2026 as Down Syndrome Awareness Month in Hamilton County.
•Motion to adjourn approved with recorded affirmative votes.
•No formal procurement or budget vote taken; the presentation served as informational direction and staff follow-up tasks were requested.

Directions

•Staff to follow up with Commissioner Reese and Judge Bratton regarding the 2020 grant and to report back on use or disposition of those funds.

Oct

Mariemont Village Council 10/26/26

The Village of Mariemont council meeting included a mayoral proclamation honoring Lee Alt Carter; a police update about a departing officer and an ill K-9; a detailed request from the Mariemont Racquet Club for a formal court-use agreement and a proposed $13,000 annual payment from the school district; routine approvals of minutes and bills; tax-levy readings and an emergency clause vote; and multiple board appointment readings.

Discussion Points

•Chief announced hiring process to replace departing officer.
•Chief reported K-9 Dasty had multiple seizures and is under hospital care.
•Councilors discussed tracking court-hours, accounting for service-department labor and volunteer maintenance, and historical 1970s-era calculations (8% formula).
•Mayor Brown read a proclamation honoring Lee Alt Carter and listed historic sites preserved under his stewardship.
•Motion to suspend rules for immediate readings; no substantive questions recorded from council following the readings.
•MRC stated there is no written agreement and proposed a $13,000 annual payment from the school district.
•Standard procedural approvals; Oct. 12 minutes included an abstention by Miss Stock who noted she was not present.

Decisions

•Minutes and paylist approved by recorded vote.
•Ordinance adopted and emergency clause invoked.
•Proclamation presented; no formal council vote required.

Directions

•Chief to proceed with hiring process next week; monitor K-9 condition and notify council as appropriate.
•Clerk/Finance to certify levy amounts to county auditor as required.
•Refer to council committee for formal review and documentation of usage statistics before taking policy action.

Oct

City and County Leaders to Launch "Business Legacy Cincy" Initiative to Preserve Local Businesses

Launch event for Business Legacy Cincy, a regional initiative to support small-business succession and employee ownership in Cincinnati and Hamilton County, featuring local officials, cooperative leaders, business owners, and a county proclamation.

Discussion Points

•Campaign will offer confidential owner guidance, educational resources and financing referrals.
•Campaign will offer storytelling, partnerships, and streamlined assistance to owners
•City will provide navigation, technical assistance and partnerships to support business succession.
•Cooperative purchase preserved a greenhouse and added sustainable food offerings; ESOP transitions can preserve jobs and local ownership.
•Department staff present to assist neighborhood businesses and make referrals to campaign partners.
•Need for succession planning because many owners near retirement; employee ownership as an option
•Proclamation recognizes campaign goals to preserve businesses and jobs through succession planning and employee ownership.
•Sustainergy combines energy efficiency and cooperative structure to serve both environmental and economic goals.
•Three-pronged strategy: storytelling, trusted partnerships and streamlined assistance.
•Worker-ownership creates wealth-building opportunities for employees and can support affordable housing by lowering utility costs.

Decisions

•Proclamation declared Business Legacy Cincy Day (10/26/2026)
•Proclamation declared; no policy or funding commitments recorded.

Directions

•Intermediaries and city staff to coordinate outreach and referrals to Coop Cincy.
•Owners and intermediaries should contact Coop Cincy for confidential assistance; partners to aid outreach and provide financing/technical support
•Owners interested in similar transitions should contact Coop Cincy for steps and financing referrals.
•Partners to help refer owners and host informational events.

Oct

Hamilton County Commissioners Regular Meeting 10/29/26

Hamilton County Board of Commissioners held its Oct. 29, 2026 legislative meeting, proclaiming a day in honor of health reporter Liz Bonas, marking Breast Cancer Awareness Month, recognizing Portman Center fellows, and taking votes on engineering, MSD sewer items, several budget transfers and two Jobs & Family Services contracts amid debate about invoice timing and a potential prompt-pay issue.

Discussion Points

•2027 charges and fees update (~4% increase tied to CCI)
•Budget transfers totaling $301,937 and specific supplemental items
•Certification of $4,791,266.43 delinquent charges for a former industrial property
•Distribution of proclamation copies to named organizations
•Lateral assessment design funding and property owner petitions
•Need for consolidated view of year‑end budget supplementals
•Proclamation recognizing Liz Bonas's service to public health reporting
•Recognition of national and local screening efforts
•Request for a CAGES system briefing and facilities technology direction
•Speakers recounted personal memories and urged screenings
•Talbert House lease terms and county capital maintenance exposure
•Whether approving contracts now conflicts with a memo delaying invoice payments
•Whether to pause invoice processing after Oct. 31 and impacts on small vendors

Decisions

•Board approved JFS contracts 20 and 21; vote recorded with one abstention
•Board approved lateral design funding, fee updates for record, and certification of delinquent sewer charges
•Board proclaimed Oct. 29, 2026 as Liz Bonas Day
•Consent agenda items 8–18 adopted; item 19 held; later JFS items handled separately
•Proclaim October 2026 as Breast Cancer Awareness Month in Hamilton County

Directions

•Administration and JFS to meet vendors and produce consolidated budget view before next meeting
•Facilities to present capital-cost estimates for Hillcrest and CAGES briefing at a future staff meeting
•MSD to publish adjusted fees and notify affected permit holders; provide specific location data for bridge project upon request

Oct

Download Agenda for Commissioners Staff Meeting Staff Meeting on 10/27/2026 10:00:00 AM

The Hamilton County Commissioners were scheduled Oct. 27, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. to consider a proclamation recognizing Down Syndrome Awareness Month and to hear a technology update from Clerk of Courts Pavan Parikh.

Oct

Lincoln Heights Council Meeting 10/26/26

The Lincoln Heights Village Council met Oct. 26, 2026, heard the village manager's monthly report on grants, projects and operations, voted 5-1 to adopt Resolution R-53 to certify tax amounts and rates to the Hamilton County auditor, and discussed street repairs, a sinkhole and upcoming community events.

Discussion Points

•Announcements: Saint Monica's Halloween party Oct. 30; Lincoln Heights Elementary veterans program Nov. 11.
•Budget calendars for 2027 and RFPs for salt barn and park equipment under review.
•Clerk conducted roll call and announced the tally (5 aye, 1 nay).
•Grant drawdown totals and project completion percentages.
•Manager reported Duke's team expected to address the sinkhole by Oct. 31 and said the hydrant on Shumard would be repaired with county and fire department coordination.
•Manager requested $25,000 reimbursement from Hamilton County for Lincoln Heights Days; grant report due Nov. 5.
•Manager said certificate was received Oct. 20 and legislation was drafted to meet Nov. 6 deadline.
•Operating balances and revenue/expenditure totals for July/August.
•Plans to close dormant grants and redirect tree canopy funds to Shepherd Lane.
•Residents reported large potholes on Lindell Court, Beale Street and a sinkhole at Chamberlain & Mangum.

Decisions

•Committee report accepted by council.
•Council accepted the manager\u0002s report.
•No formal vote; direction to staff to pursue repairs.
•Proceed with reimbursement requests and event planning steps.
•Resolution 2026-R-53 adopted 5-1.

Directions

•Clerk/Finance to certify the resolution to the Hamilton County auditor before Nov. 6.
•Departments to prepare draft 2027 budgets before year end; finance committee to report once funds certified.
•Manager to continue pursuing drawdowns and to report on outstanding balances and schedules.
•Manager to file grant reimbursement reports by Nov. 5 and coordinate event planning committee.
•Manager to raise street concerns with public works director and create GovPilot records for follow-up.

Oct

Regional Training Committee 10/22/26

Hamilton County planner Chris Schneider led a Planning Commission training for the Village of Lincoln Heights at 1201 Steffen Avenue covering the role of planning commissions, comprehensive plans, meeting procedure/public hearings, site-plan reading basics, and local board staffing questions.

Discussion Points

•Board of zoning appeals has vacant seats; need for attorney clarification
•Comprehensive plan elements and purpose
•Consultant stamp and licensing
•Coordination with fire, sewer, water and engineering offices
•Deliberations must be public; motions must state findings and conditions
•Meeting management and public hearing order
•Notice and quorum requirements
•Public hearing order: staff, applicant, public
•Reported increase in land-use requests
•Role of planning commission and difference from board of zoning appeals
•Timing and update cycle (typically 5–20 years)
•Title-bar items and scale
•Typical case types: subdivisions, zoning changes, PUDs, site-plan review

Directions

•Consult village attorneys about whether planning commission can perform zoning-board functions when vacancies exist

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